Prompt Trace the development of Annie Proulx’s “Brokeback Mountain” as it was ad

Prompt
Trace the development of Annie Proulx’s “Brokeback Mountain” as it was adapted from her original short story into a film and subsequently into an opera. How does each iteration of Brokeback Mountain offer a different portrayal of the same characters? Your essay MUST QUOTE AT LEAST 5 TIMES FROM THE SHORT STORY while incorporating one direct reference to the film and one direct reference to the opera. You must also incorporate one quote from a relevant, reliable resource you locate on your own.
ESSAY CHECKLIST
Use this valuable checklist throughout your entire writing process for both the Play Analysis and Fiction Research Essay.
-My work shows that I followed instructions and learned from class discussions, the assignment prompt, and supporting materials. The essay is my own original writing, free from unauthorized use of AI or other sources.
-My essay is fully formatted in MLA style, with correctly formatted in-text citations, headers and heading, double-spacing, and Works Cited page. I followed MLA guidelines. My essay has a centered, meaningful, and original title that reflects its intent. All other titles are properly presented throughout (see Punctuating Titles).
-My essay has a strong introduction that begins with a relevant “hook” and sets up a clear, precise, original thesis argument in response to the assigned prompt. I applied techniques from UNC’s guide to composing effective introductions.
-My thesis argument and claims are defended in body paragraphs structured according to the “sandwich” method (https://tacomacc.libguides.com/c.php?g=373176&p=2523552) . Each body paragraph includes substantial, relevant references to the primary literature and secondary sources as required. The paragraphs are well-balanced and consistently developed, using evidence to support my claims and deepen my analysis of the primary text.
-My essay has a conclusion that begins with an original, meaningful transition and synthesizes my claims and reiterates my thesis in the context of all evidence provided. I use techniques from UNC’s guide to composing effective conclusions.
-My essay “flows” because I integrated evidence smoothly and composed meaningful transitions between paragraphs.
-My essay is at least 1000 words that demonstrate my best critical and analytical thinking, with appropriate vocabulary, grammar, spelling, and mechanics.